Omari A. West is an investigative journalist, author, and media critic with a distinct focus on exposing the intersection of politics, justice, and the media's role in shaping narratives. With more than two decades of experience as a ghostwriter and editor, Omari has work to craft narratives for Heads of State, members of Congress, Presidential candidates, Federal Agency Secretaries, and leading global institutions. His portfolio spans high-profile op-eds, memoirs, political treatises and scholarly works.

Omari’s career began under the mentorship of The Washington Post, which awarded him a prestigious journalism scholarship to Columbia University. There, he earned a BA in Political Science while captaining the boxing team. Later, he pursued a JD at Columbia Law School, where he was recognized for his analytical rigor, receiving honors such as “Best Brief” in moot court competition. These experiences sharpened his ability to dissect and critique complex legal, political, and media systems.

Born and raised in Washington, DC, Omari’s investigative lens bridges intellectual depth with a global perspective. His research and reporting have delved into the nuances of national and international politics, with work spanning U.S. political campaigns and coverage of conflicts in Western and Southern Africa. Now based in Marina del Rey, California, Omari balances his passion for storytelling with a love for surfing, sailing, and cycling along the Pacific coastline.